Physician Oncology-Medical Oncology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Outpatient Medical Oncologist

Queens, New York (Near JFK Airport | South Shore)

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate Outpatient Medical Oncologist to join a multidisciplinary cancer care team in Queens, New York. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based oncology care in an ambulatory setting, with inpatient consult responsibilities as needed. The ideal candidate values collaboration, strong communication, and patient-centered care while serving a diverse urban population.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with solid tumors and/or hematologic malignancies

• Develop individualized treatment plans, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and supportive care

• Oversee infusion therapy and monitor treatment response and toxicity

• Provide inpatient oncology consultations as needed

• Coordinate multidisciplinary care with surgical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, and primary care

• Participate in tumor boards and multidisciplinary case conferences

• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, and available clinical trials

• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in the EMR

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including NYS Department of Health requirements

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to national oncology guidelines (e.g., NCCN)

• Optional involvement in clinical research and/or academic teaching

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology

• Completion of Internal Medicine residency and Hematology/Oncology fellowship

• Eligible for or active New York State medical license

• DEA registration

• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to evidence-based medicine

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior outpatient oncology experience

• Participation in clinical trials or translational research

• Academic affiliation or interest in teaching

• Bilingual skills (Spanish, Mandarin, or other commonly spoken NYC languages)

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $400,000–$450,000 , plus productivity incentives

• Sign-on bonus and CME reimbursement

• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision

• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, holidays)

• 403(b) tax-deferred retirement plan

• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Work Environment

• Outpatient clinic with infusion center access

• Inpatient consult responsibilities

• Collaborative, multidisciplinary cancer care team

• Modern diagnostic and therapeutic resources

Organization Highlights

• Community hospital–employed position

• Credentialing timeframe: approximately 2–3 months

• Diverse patient population

• Easily accessible via public transportation

Lifestyle

• Practice in Queens with immediate access to all that New York City offers

• Renowned dining, arts, and cultural attractions

• Convenient proximity to JFK Airport and South Shore communities

RecruitWell's Core Values:

• Open communication
• Sense of urgency
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Driven to win
• Higher consciousness